Resources

Nevada Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities

REM Nevada
Provide programs that promote independence, skill development and growth in the communities around the state.

Care Chest
Each year, CARE Chest helps thousands of clients with critical health resources, free of cost.

Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Dept. of Health & Human Services for Northern Nevada

Elko Family Resource Center
Family Advocacy, Parenting Education, Referrals and Information, Grandparent Respite, & WIC

Healthy Minds
Free online support

Northern Nevada Special Needs Planning

Rave Family Foundation
Provides respite to families caring for children with special needs

Solace Tree
Grief & Loss Support

Special Needs Families of Northern NevadaA Facebook support group

Nevada Equine Assisted Therapy (NEAT)
Provides social, emotional, behavioral growth and learning, as well as a behavioral health intervention called Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR). All of their team are Qualified Mental Associates (QMHA). They can be reached at NEATinfor@yahoo.com.

Behavioral Learning Solutions
Provide evidenced-based treatment to children with varying learning and behavioral difficulties using Applied Behavior Analysis for children age 1 – 18 years of age. 

Disability Help Center Nevada
Advocacy office offering assistance to individuals seeking Social Security Disability benefits

HELP of Southern Nevada
Assisting families & individuals in Southern Nevada to overcome barriers and attain self-sufficiency.

HopeLink of Southern Nevada
Helping keep families housed and supported through challenging times through rental/utility assistance, rehousing, and other comprehensive services.

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Provide quality legal counsel, advice, and representation for individuals who are unable to protect their rights because they cannot afford an attorney.

Nevada Autism Center
Provides autism care for Las Vegas families.

Nevada Care Connect
Help connect individuals and families to programs and resources.

Peak Forensic Psych Services
Provide psychological evaluations for learning disabilities, general disabilities, mental health, memory testing and more. Las Vegas location opening in November. Approved for Medicaid & Medicare.

Shook & Stone – Social Security Disability Lawyers

SOS (Success on the Spectrum)
Teach valuable life skills through one-on-one ABA Therapy instruction to help children become productive and fulfilled adults in mainstream society.

Southern Nevada Center for Independent Living

Southern Nevada Center for Independent Living Resource Guide
Removing barriers preventing independent living for people with disabilities.

Special Needs Resource Center
Basic guide for parents of children with chronic health issues, disabilities, and special needs.